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1. State Capitol
The history of Texas's legislative center is as turbulent and dramatic as that of the state itself. The...
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2. Frost Bank Tower
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3. Canvas Bar Gallery
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4. Mexic-Arte Museum
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5. Hat Box
Though this place sells hats of various styles, from pork pie to bowlers, its specialty is cowboy hats...
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6. Austin Overtures
This 90-minute tour of the city takes you to the south and west sides of town and through the heart of...
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7. University of Texas Tower Observation Deck Tour
Off-limits to the public for nearly a quarter of a century, the infamous observation deck of the UT Tower...
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8. Keepers
Austinites seeking to make the transition from geek to fashion chic turn to this locally owned men's...
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9. Wild About Music
- Music-themed gift shop and gallery
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10. Paramount Theatre
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The Best of NileGuide
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There are so many things to do in Austin that you can't fit them all into one trip. How, then, can you make sure you see the best that Austin has to offer? A great place to start would be at the Hamilton Pool Preserve. Hamilton Pool Preserve is a nature lover's paradise with swimming, hiking and bird-watching. It's one of Austin's premier postcard locations surrounded by breathtaking natural wonder. Your next stop should be South Congress Avenue. Known for its funky style, South Congress Avenue draws Austinites and tourists alike with its shopping and eating opportunities. Shopping on SoCo Avenue is a must-do for tourists and friends visiting from out of town. The restaurants along SoCo are among the best and there's no better place to find locally made merchandise.
To learn more about the history of Austin, and the state of Texas, visit the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. With a grand facade that includes a 35-foot-tall bronze star, the museum is hard to miss. The three-story museum, open since 2001, turns the varied history of the state into imaginative interactive exhibits for the enjoyment of all ages. Meet the state's first occupants on the first floor, hear Stephen F. Austin announce the Texas Revolution on the second, and visit the third level for an understanding of how opportunity has played a part in the making of the Lone Star State. There are so many things to do in Austin that one visit is never enough.
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